What Neal Electric does

Neal Electric Corp. is a privately held commercial electrical contracting firm headquartered in Carlsbad, California (5928 Balfour Court), operating as a wholly owned subsidiary of Meruelo Enterprises, a diversified business group. Founded in 1984, the firm holds California Contractor's License #802588, DIR Registration #1000000327, and Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) certification, and serves both public-sector and private-sector clients across Southern California with a workforce of 251-500 employees.

The company's service portfolio spans ten verticals: aviation, life sciences, commercial, education, electric vehicle charging, gaming and hospitality, government and municipal, healthcare, industrial, and solar and battery energy storage. Core technical capabilities include design-build delivery, PLC programming and industrial controls, high-security electrical systems for airports and courthouses, and renewable energy installations including solar PV, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and Level 2/3 EV charging infrastructure. Notable completed projects include the 704,000-square-foot San Diego Central Courthouse (24-story, 71-courtroom high-rise consolidating San Diego County courts), the 425,000-square-foot San Marcos High School reconstruction on a 45-acre site, the 121,663-square-foot Kearny Mesa VA Clinic tenant improvement, and the 130,634-square-foot SDIA Administrative Building with fiber backbone and 12kV power distribution.

Neal Electric generates revenue through project-based commercial electrical contracting, obtained via competitive public-sector bidding and negotiated private-sector contracts. The go-to-market motion is enterprise field sales with a dedicated estimating department for project bids, supported by long-term general contractor relationships — Lusardi Construction (30+ years), World Bridge Technologies (18+ years), RCH Construction (10+ years) — and direct client engagement with healthcare systems (Kaiser), hospitality brands (Hilton), gaming operators (Sycuan), and life sciences firms (Abbott Vascular). Pricing is project-specific with no standardized tiers disclosed, billing cadence extends over multi-year contract durations. Operations are regional, concentrated in San Diego County and broader Southern California, with the firm emphasizing long-tenured staff (many employees 10+ years) and a verifiable 0 DART safety rating as competitive differentiation.

Name

Neal Electric

Legal name

Neal Electric Corp.

Website

https://nealelectric.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Neal Electric Corp. is a Carlsbad, California-based commercial electrical contractor providing design-build electrical construction, industrial controls, and solar/EV infrastructure services across government, healthcare, education, aviation, hospitality, and life sciences verticals throughout Southern California.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Electrical Contracting

NAICS

Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors (23821), Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors (238210)

SIC

Electrical Work (1731), Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620)

akta.pro primary industry

Electrical Contracting & Wiring (IMAFALAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Electrical Contracting (Commercial/Industrial) (IMAIABAC), Overhead & Underground Collection System Construction (MV/HV Lines, Duct Banks) (EUAEADAG)

Keywords

• Commercial electrical contracting
• Design-build electrical construction
• Industrial electrical services
• EV charging installation
• Solar battery storage systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Vista

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Commercial Electrical Contracting: Project-based electrical contracting services for commercial construction including new construction, renovation, and tenant improvement projects. Revenue is earned through competitive bidding on public sector projects and negotiated contracts for private sector clients. Projects range from small-scale tenant improvements to large-scale public infrastructure projects.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Neal Electric provides commercial electrical contracting services including design-build delivery, electrical installation, and specialized systems integration for complex construction projects across education, healthcare, government, aviation, gaming, hospitality, life sciences, industrial, and renewable energy/ev-charging verticals. The company delivers new construction, tenant improvements, and renovation electrical work for projects such as the 704,000 sq ft San Diego Central Courthouse and the 130,634 sq ft SDIA Administrative Building, primarily serving Southern California.

Product overview

Neal Electric is a commercial electrical contracting company offering a unified portfolio of specialized electrical construction services. The company's core offering encompasses comprehensive electrical installation services for commercial projects, supported by specialized divisions covering Aviation & Airport, Life Sciences, Commercial, Education, Electric Vehicle Charging Stations, Gaming & Hospitality, Government & Municipalities, Healthcare, Industrial, and Solar & Battery services. Neal Electric's service model integrates these specialized capabilities to deliver high-quality electrical installations across public and private sector projects, with expertise spanning new construction, tenant improvements, renewable energy systems, EV charging infrastructure, and advanced security systems. Notable completed projects include the San Diego Courthouse, San Marcos High School, Kearny Mesa VA Clinic, SDIA Administrative Building, and various hospitality, healthcare, and gaming facilities throughout Southern California.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Aviation & Airport Electrical Services High-security and safety-focused electrical solutions for public and private aviation facilities, supporting reliable and secure operations in critical airport environments.
• Healthcare Electrical Services Specialized electrical services for hospitals, medical office buildings, VA clinics, and other healthcare facilities, ensuring safe and smooth operation in medical environments meeting stringent code requirements.
• Education Electrical Services Tailored electrical services for K-12 schools, higher education institutions, and athletic facilities, supporting educational environments with high-quality electrical systems and technology integration.
• Government & Municipal Electrical Services Wide range of electrical solutions for government and municipal projects supporting public infrastructure with reliable, code-compliant services for courthouses, civic buildings, and military installations.
• Commercial Electrical Services Comprehensive electrical services for commercial projects ranging from tenant interior buildouts to ground-up construction, including green and LEED-certified buildings and convention facilities.
• Industrial Electrical Services Industrial electrical services including PLC programming, wastewater management, pump station optimization, and support for heavy manufacturing operations.
• Solar & Battery Energy Storage Electrical Services Solar panel installation and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) container deployment supporting sustainable and reliable energy solutions for commercial and healthcare facilities.
• Electric Vehicle Charging Station Services Full suite of services for Level 2 and Level 3 Electric Vehicle Chargers, including installation and maintenance for commercial clients building EV charging infrastructure.
• Life Sciences Electrical Services Specialized electrical services for biotech and pharmaceutical laboratories and manufacturing facilities, supporting clean room, sensitive-equipment, and laboratory-specific power requirements.
• Gaming & Hospitality Electrical Services High-level security systems and electrical solutions for gaming and hospitality environments, including hotels, resorts, casinos, restaurants, and dining establishments.

Quantifiable outcome

• 0 DART (Days Away, Restricted, or Transferred) Rate - indicating industry-leading safety performance

Named customers18 records

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and flagship.

• Padres Pedal the CausecoreOthers · 1 January 2020Since 2020, Neal Electric has partnered with Lusardi Construction in proudly sponsoring Padres Pedal the Cause, a cycling event that funds collaborative research and clinical trials among San Diego's top cancer research and treatment centers.
• Habitat for HumanitycoreOthersNeal Electric partners with Habitat for Humanity to help build homes for families in need. The company makes annual significant donations to Habitat for Humanity through their annual golf tournament, supporting their mission to build affordable housing.
• Toys for TotscoreOthersDuring the holiday season, Neal Electric participates in the Toys for Tots program, collecting and donating toys to children who might otherwise go without. This initiative brings joy and hope to countless families.
• Boys to MenminorOthersNeal Electric supports Boys to Men, an organization that provides mentorship and guidance to young boys, helping them navigate the challenges of adolescence and grow into responsible adults.
• Alzheimer's Association (Ride to End ALZ)minorOthersNeal Electric is involved in the Alzheimer's Ride, an event that raises awareness and funds for Alzheimer's research and support services.
• Shelter to SoldierminorOthersNeal Electric donates to CW Driver's golf tournament which supports Shelter to Soldier, an organization that rescues dogs from shelters and trains them to become service animals for veterans in need.
• Lusardi ConstructionflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerLusardi Construction has enjoyed a relationship with Neal Electric for over 3 decades. They value the quality, knowledge, and compassion for teamwork that everyone in the Neal organization dedicates to their projects. Lusardi and Neal partnered on Padres Pedal the Cause since 2020 and collaborated on the Kearny Mesa VA Clinic project.
• Sundt ConstructioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDesign-build partnership on the SDIA Administrative Building project. Sundt Construction served as the primary contractor with HOK and Michael Wall Engineering in this partnership for the 130,634 sq ft airport administrative facility.
• HOKcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerArchitecture firm partner in design-build partnership for SDIA Administrative Building project. HOK provided architectural design services in collaboration with Sundt Construction and Neal Electric.
• Michael Wall EngineeringcoreTechnology or IntegrationEngineering partner in design-build partnership for SDIA Administrative Building project. Provided engineering expertise for the 4-story airport administrative facility.
• Soltek Pacific ConstructioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerConstruction partnership on Griffin Center at Grossmont-Cuyamaca College project. Soltek Pacific Construction led the new construction initiative for the Student Services and Administrative Building.
• World Bridge TechnologiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorld Bridge Technologies has been working with Neal Electric for over 18 years. Most of the work has been in the public sector with heavy emphasis on K-12 school projects. They enjoy a great working relationship with Neal in all phases of construction from estimating and project management through construction and project closeout.
• RCH ConstructioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRCH Construction has partnered with Neal Electric for 10+ years on various projects. Neal Electric has been exemplary in all aspects of the construction cycle, from pricing to quality of work, standing out among competitors.
• CED San DiegocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCED San Diego is an electrical distributor/partner that works with Neal Electric. They describe Neal as an outstanding industry partner providing exceptional service and commitment to excellence with open collaboration on projects.
• National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC)coreOthersNeal Electric is a proud member and supporter of NAWIC. Employee Madison Olivas serves as Ways & Means Chair and the company actively supports Women in Construction Week activities and scholarships.
• Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC)coreOthersNeal Electric is a proud member of Associated Builders and Contractors and other construction industry associations shown in their logo section.
• C&C Mentor Protege ProgramminorOthersNeal Electric is honored to support the growth of small businesses through the C&C Mentor Protege Program, helping develop emerging businesses in the construction industry.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• MYR Group: Publicly traded specialty electrical construction services provider with commercial, industrial, and transmission/distribution exposure. Comparable business model as a specialty EC, though more tilted toward T&D and larger scale.
• EMCOR Group: Publicly traded Fortune 500 provider of electrical and mechanical construction, energy infrastructure, and facility services. Comparable in electrical contracting scope and commercial/institutional customer mix, but at substantially larger scale and broader service portfolio.
• Quanta Services: Largest publicly traded utility infrastructure services provider in North America, with growing commercial and renewable electrical services. Comparable to Neal Electric's renewable/solar capabilities and commercial EC scope, but at materially larger scale and broader infrastructure focus.
• IES Holdings: Publicly traded national electrical contractor with commercial, industrial, and data center exposure. Comparable business model and customer verticals to Neal Electric, but broader geographic footprint and public-market scale.

Direct peers

• Bergelectric: Carlsbad, CA-headquartered commercial electrical contractor with comparable Southern California geographic focus, delivering design-build electrical services across healthcare, education, hospitality, and commercial verticals — a near-direct local peer to Neal Electric.
• Cupertino Electric: California-headquartered electrical contractor serving commercial, healthcare, education, and data center verticals with design-build and design-assist delivery. Comparable in vertical mix and California geographic concentration.
• Rosendin Electric: One of the largest employee-owned electrical contractors in the U.S., headquartered in San Jose, CA, with deep commercial, healthcare, education, and data center portfolios. Directly comparable to Neal Electric in California-centric commercial/industrial electrical contracting at similar scale.
• Helix Electric: San Diego-headquartered electrical contractor with strong commercial, healthcare, education, and life sciences portfolios. Direct geographic and vertical peer to Neal Electric in the Southern California market.
• Faith Technologies: Nationally scaled electrical and specialty systems contractor serving commercial, industrial, healthcare, and renewable energy customers. Comparable in vertical breadth and design-build approach, though broader geographically than Neal Electric.
• Morrow-Meadows Corporation: Large privately held California-based electrical contractor specializing in design-build commercial, healthcare, and industrial projects. Comparable to Neal Electric in vertical mix, design-build delivery model, and California-centric footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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